637951 Mon Jul 20 09:09:39 -0700 2009 0 34 Wine 0 4873921 Somehow I came across the name of Jacques Beaufort, maker of the "André Beaufort" line of biodynamic champagnes. Located in the grand-cru village of Ambonnay. Very highly praised, and priced. In particular, his Demi Sec seems to get consistent accolades. Back in May 2009 Galloni wrote about the NV Brut Grand Cru Rosé : "This richly-textured, expansive wine blossoms on the palate with the essence of candied cherries, sweet herbs, smoke, flowers and minerals, offering tons of depth." All sounds very good, except... the prices: 2000 Brut "Polisy" $90 2000 Brut "Ambonnay" Grand Cru $120 1996 Brut "Ambonnay" Grand Cru $220 1990 Brut "Ambonnay" Grand Cru $250 NV Brut Grand Cru Rosé "Ambonnay" $85 I was about to click the "Checkout" button, I got second thoughts. Help!!! Mon Jul 20 09:09:40 -0700 2009 28703 RicRios